'Berlin', an award-winning spy thriller that has been making waves on the international film festival circuit, will conclude its tours with a streaming premiere on ZEE5 Global in the coming weeks.
Set against the backdrop of 1990s New Delhi, this first-of-its-kind espionage drama most recently screened at the Indian Film festival of Melbourne (IFFM 2024) last weekend. Directed by filmmaker Atul Sabharwal, 'Berlin' features a stellar ensemble cast including Aparshakti Khurana, Ishwak Singh, Rahul Bose, Anupriya Goenka, and Kabir Bedi.
Sabharwal said: “With 'Berlin', we've created a spy thriller that is sure to keep the audiences on the edge of their couches. The on-screen chemistry between Aparshakti and Ishwak is nothing short of electric - it's a treat that I believe viewers will thoroughly enjoy.
“Having the opportunity to collaborate with such versatile stars, alongside our visionary producers and the platform giant ZEE5 Global, is any filmmaker's dream. We've poured our hearts and souls into this project, and I'm optimistic it will strike a chord with viewers. The entire team is excited and eagerly looking forward to the premiere. 'Berlin' is our labour of love that we can't wait to share with the world."
The high-stakes drama, lauded for its outstanding performances and distinctive storytelling, promises to be an engrossing tale of undercover activities, deceit, and moral ambiguity.
Archana Anand, Chief Business Officer at ZEE5 Global, said: “This film's unique blend of espionage, drama, and cultural richness perfectly aligns with our vision of delivering world-class content to a diverse audience. Set against the dynamic backdrop of 1990s Delhi, 'Berlin' offers a fresh perspective on and elevates the espionage genre to new heights.
“We believe this powerful narrative will enthrall viewers worldwide and solidify ZEE5 Global's position as the leading destination for premium South Asian storytelling.”
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Produced by Zee Studios and Yippee Ki Yay Motion Pictures, the story revolves around three main characters whose lives are about to collide in unexpected ways. As layers of deception peel away, alliances shift and questions multiply: In a world where nothing is as it seems. And in this high-stakes game of betrayal, who will make it out alive?
Umesh Kr Bansal, CBO at Zee Studios, said: “Berlin is a ground-breaking addition to Zee Studios' diverse slate, capturing a unique era in Indian history through an intense spy thriller. We’re proud to see its global acclaim and excited to bring this compelling story to our ZEE5 Global audience”
Producer Manav Shrivastav of Yippee Ki Yay Motion Pictures added: "This platform offers us the perfect stage to showcase this intricate, high-stakes spy thriller to a vast and diverse audience across India and beyond. 'Berlin' is a movie that pushes the boundaries of the espionage genre in Indian content, and we are very happy that it will soon premiere on the platform for audience to watch it. We're confident that this partnership with ZEE5 Global will help us reach a far wider audience.
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The list of festivals/awards for ‘Berlin’:
Mumbai Academy of Moving Images, MAMI | Mumbai, India
Indian Film Festival Los Angeles, IFFLA | Los Angeles, USA
Stars Asian International Film Festival, SAIFF, Mr. Ishwak Singh Award for best actor | Los Angeles, USA
Asian World Film Festival | Award for Outstanding Cinematic Achievement | Los Angeles, USA
Indian Film Festival of South Asia | Toronto, Canada
London Indian Film Festival | London, UK
Red Lorry Film Festival | Mumbai, India
Indian Habitat Film Festival, New Delhi, India
